When I think back to the Christmas snacks of my childhood, this is the first thing that comes to mind. My grandmother on my mom's side always made these Dill Oyster Crackers. I remember her big, yellow Tupperware bowl sitting on the counter filled to the brim with these seasoned crackers during Christmastime. She would sit out little dainty dishes of the crackers all around her house during holiday gatherings for everyone to nibble on. They were one of my favorite Christmas snacks ... more-favored than the fudge, cookies and candies!
Many recipes call for a packet of dry Ranch dressing to be added. Our family recipe doesn't. (I find that the Ranch makes it way too salty and is very over-powering.) Also, these don't have to be baked once prepared, but I find that a little time in the oven gives these crackers a deeper, crisper flavor and texture.
What is so great about this recipe is that it makes a large quantity with little expense.
